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Elisabeth Irene Karlsen Dogan1, Mari Kjendsli1, Pinar Ekiz2
1VID Specialized University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Norway.
Aim:
To explore the existing research literature on the bachelor's thesis in nursing education.
Background:
The bachelor's thesis is a crucial component of the nursing bachelor program, introduced in response to the Bologna Process. Despite its recognized importance and integration into nursing programs across most EU member states, limited research has been conducted on this topic.
Design:
A scoping review was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) guidelines and the recommendations of the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI).
Methods:
The EBSCOhost databases selected for the review included CINAHL, Education Source, MEDLINE and ERIC. The systematic search yielded a total of 1693 references, of which 21 studies were included.
Results:
The assessed articles were categorized into five themes: (a) nursing students' experiences and perspectives; (b) supervision of the bachelor's thesis; (c) content of bachelor's thesis; (d) nursing students' learning outcomes from the bachelor's thesis; and (e) assessment and evaluation of the bachelor's thesis.
Conclusions:
Findings highlight that, for most students, the thesis project was seen as an important preparatory tool for future professional activities. The relationship with and role of the supervisor were identified as crucial, emphasizing the need for nursing education programs to support both students and supervisors in navigating this complex dynamic. Undertaking a bachelor's thesis in nursing education also increased students' interest in and positive attitudes toward research and development. This indicates that the bachelor's thesis can provide essential knowledge and skills for future nursing practice and care.
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